MUSICAL AUDITION NOTICE
Sunday, March 5 – Arts United Center
starting at 6:00 PM
Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together in a timeless, yet uniquely relevant piece of musical theatre. When a Baker and his Wife learn they’ve been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest into the woods for the special objects required to break the spell. Along their journey they resort to swindling, deceiving, and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk)! There are a few requisite handsome princes and evil stepsisters thrown in the mix as well.
Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The sophistication of Sondheim paired with the timeless tales of The Brothers Grimm combine in this rare modern classic.
(2 weekends: 7 Perf. = 6 Gen. Perf. + ITW/PLU Perf.)
Audition Sign Up
please sign up by March 3rd
You must attend auditions & register through the
AUDITIONS at the Arts United Center
Sunday, March 5th starting at 6:00 PM
TIME
We will audition people in groups of 5 every 15 minutes.
CALL BACKS at Arts United Center
Monday, March 6th from 7:00-10:00 PM
REHEARSALS
March 20 – April 28 – Monday through Friday
(7:00-10:00 PM)
and possibly some Sundays (2:00-6:00 PM)
TECH SUNDAY
Sunday, April 30 from Noon to 11:00 PM
with dinner break from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
DRESS REHEARSALS
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday – May 1 – 3
6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
In the Wings/Project Lights Up Performance –
Thursday, May 4
6:30 PM Call/7:30 PM Curtain
Final Dress Rehearsal – Friday, May 5
6:30 PM Call/7:30 PM Curtain
PERFORMANCES
May 6 – 14, 2023
Friday – Sunday Performances
Friday and Saturday Evenings
6:30 PM Call/7:30 PM Curtain
Saturday and Sunday Matinees
1:00 PM Call/2:00 PM Curtain
Audition Requirements
Must be age 15 or older to audition
It is very important that we have a list of
ALL CONFLICTS at the time of the audition.
From the selection of Into The Woods songs listed on the SignUp Genius audition page, prepare the song/music for the character you want to audition. You MUST sing that song for auditions. You do NOT need to bring sheet music. A pianist will be provided.
AUDITION FORM & PHOTO: Go to our website or the SignUp Genius to print out & complete the audition form and email to Eunice Wadewitz at: ewadewitz@fwcivic.org
with a HEADSHOT OR SELFIE PHOTO OF YOU!
If you have a resume, you may use that in place of filling out all the shows you have done on the form.
WHERE: Auditions will be held at the Arts United Center at 303 East Main Street – enter through the Green Room door at the rear of the building.
Due to COVID-19 recommendations, we are auditioning people in groups of 5. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your audition time and check in. If you did not email your photo and audition form to Eunice in advance, please give them to the Stage Manager upon arrival.
It is important that you…REGISTER TO AUDITION!
Sign up through
If you have questions or concerns – contact
Eunice Wadewitz
(260) 422-8641 EXT. 226
CAST OF CHARACTERS
We encourage all to audition!
Narrator/Mysterious Man
Narrator: An intellectual and pleasant storyteller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Mysterious Man: A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 35 – 50
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 20 to 35
Jack
The feckless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 20 to 30
Jack’s Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 50 to 65
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 30 to 45
The Baker’s Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 30 to 45
Cinderella’s Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 40 to 55
Florinda And Lucinda
Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 20 to 40
Little Red Riding Hood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 15 to 20
The Witch
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 35 to 55
Cinderella’s Mother/Granny
Cinderella’s Mother: Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. Granny: This is a woman who has been calloused by life. The fire in her eyes is only out shined by the love in her heart for her granddaughter.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 40+
Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince
Wolf: Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Cinderella’s Prince: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 30 to 45
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
On Stage Gender: Female
Preferred Age: 20 to 35
Rapunzel’s Prince
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 30 to 45
The Steward
A manservant who is used to doing whatever he has to solve a problem. His only care is to please his master or the strongest personality in the room. Conniving, callous and cowardly.
On Stage Gender: Male
Preferred Age: 30 to 50
Cinderella’s Father
Out of touch with his family but harmless and well-meaning.
On Stage Gender: Male; Preferred Age: 50+
Milky White
A cow that’s seen better days but is best friends with Jack. This actor will puppeteer Milky White.
On Stage Gender: Female or Male
Preferred Age: 15+
Other Characters: Snow White, Sleeping Beauty
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